COTERIE New York Hosted Brands from Across the Globe with Record High International Presence and Expanded Retail Engagement
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / COTERIE New York, the biannual contemporary and advanced contemporary women's wholesale fashion event, welcomed the Fall Winter 25/26 season with a record-high global reach, as 45% of international …
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / COTERIE New York, the biannual contemporary and advanced contemporary women's wholesale fashion event, welcomed the Fall Winter 25/26 season with a record-high global reach, as 45% of international brands represented from over the world. The growing international presence drew in buyers seeking fresh, globally influenced collections, top retailers including Le Bon Marche, Moniker, Al Tayer Dubai, Lisa Says Gah!, Vail Resorts, Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, Four Season Orlando and Pitkin Country Dry Goods.
With increasing global reach, COTERIE New York expanded the international pavilions with Italy, Korea and Africa, alongside the new addition of Peru in partnership with PROMPERÚ. The launch of Creative Africa Nexus (Canex) program featured ten African brands, igniting conversations around new market opportunities and highlighting the innovative design talents. These curated spaces not only brought new perspectives to the forefront but also helped buyers source unique, globally inspired collections that reflect the evolving consumer demands.
The seasonal neighborhood of Après Ski, dedicated to the latest in winter fashion, showcased a sophisticated fusion of function and style, with shearling textures, fur-lined embellishments and stylishly layered silhouettes that blend comfort, utility and elevated aesthetics. Brands such as MOU, Brodie Cashmere, Marella, 74 The Jacket, HiSO and Lou Andrea Paris, embodied the modern evolution of cold weather dressing. The collections complimented MMGNET's FW25/26 Women's Advanced Contemporary Buyer's Guide, highlighting key textile innovations, introspective layering techniques and color palettes inspired by various creative mediums.
"As COTERIE grows, our focus remains on creating a premier global platform where brands and retailers can connect, collaborate and drive the industry forward," says Purvi Kanji, Vice President of COTERIE. "With expanded global reach, deepened retailer relationships and curated experiences, we are thrilled to see COTERIE cementing itself as the go-to destination for discovering what's next in advanced contemporary fashion."
To further enhance the connections between brands and buyers, COTERIE successfully launched the Brand Curation Hub, a dedicated space that facilitated direct engagement through personalized matchmaking programs. The addition to show floor experience allowed retailers to build stronger and more strategic relationships with brands, ensuring the discovery of apparel selections that aligned with the market trends.